Graphic Designer Specific Skills

Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials; Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication; Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives; Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements; Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides; Establish guidelines for illustrators or photographers; Co-ordinate all aspects of production for print, audio-visual or electronic materials; Co-ordinate sub-contracting

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus

Work Location Information Urban area

Ability to Supervise 1 to 2 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Sitting; Large workload; Tight deadlines

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Public transportation is available

Work Samples

Portfolio; Published work; Design sample; Example of completed work; Website URL

Work Site Environment Non-smoking

Work Setting Printing shop

Additional Skills

Estimate costs of materials and time to complete graphic designs and illustrations

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

Adobe Illustrator; JavaScript; HTML; Corel Draw; InDesign; MS Office; Adobe Suite; Social Media; XHTML

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificateor equivalent experience

Languages English